Fantasy football players and NFL fans alike always leave the NFL draft with lingering thoughts about what a certain team did (or did not do). Matt Harmon breaks down that common thread for certain teams picking in 2024.
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THE TOP THREE SPOTS
Chicago Bears
Chicago’s first selection is the obvious starting point. The Bears are a unique team at the first overall pick because they didn’t “earn” this appointment with a nightmare season, nor did they have to surrender a back-breaking amount of picks to get up to it. Chicago ranked 11th in Weighted DVOA, which prioritizes more recent games. They ended the season strong, especially on defense.
The Bears will be taking Caleb Williams — the draft really starts at No. 2, as this is an established fact. Williams gets to drop into a situation with the Bears flanked by that ascending defense and an established head coach. They’ve also added to an offense that enjoyed a stellar season from its top receiver, DJ Moore, by flipping a fourth-round pick for Keenan Allen. They’ve invested in the offensive line and elsewhere at the skill positions.
This team is interesting because they’re slated to make a second pick in the top 10 at their native spot of ninth overall. Williams joining the team could ultimately inform what they do at this spot. We could see them make a further investment in the offense if one of the top three receivers falls or Brock Bowers entices them, or they could explore a trade down.
Right now, the Bears have only four picks in this draft, which is light for a team still trying to bolster around a young quarterback.
Washington Commanders
We know what’s happening at the first pick. The speculation begins with Washington at second overall. Before this week, the consensus was they would choose between Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels. Then, on March 25, NFL Network threw this red meat into the water:
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Publish date : 2024-03-26 21:23:44
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